Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Healthy & Creamy Tuscan Salmon Pasta, a dish that redefines healthy eating without sacrificing taste. This quick and easy recipe showcases tender salmon, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes enveloped in a creamy sauce that uses milk instead of heavy cream, making it a guilt-free choice for family dinners or special occasions. In just 25 minutes, you can serve up a nutritious meal that appeals to everyone—even picky eaters! Whether enjoyed as a main course or paired with a refreshing salad, this pasta is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 oz salmon (cut into 4 portions)
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 serving protein-packed pasta
Instructions
- Preheat a nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Cut the salmon into four equal portions.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and cornstarch until smooth.
- Add butter to the heated pan, followed by minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add the salmon to the pan and cook until just opaque.
- Stir in spinach, cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and the milk mixture.
- Cook until the sauce thickens slightly; mix in parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm over cooked pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg